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Classic Chicken Soup (Slow Cooker & Instant Pot)

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350
This hearty chicken soup is perfect for a cozy meal, made easily in a slow cooker or Instant Pot.

Ingredients

Instructions 

  • In the slow cooker: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery, sautéing until softened (about 5 minutes). Transfer to the slow cooker.
  • Add the minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
  • Place the chicken on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker. Pour in the halal chicken broth, ensuring the chicken is submerged.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  • Once cooked, remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the soup.
  • Add the frozen peas, stir to combine, and let it cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  • For the Instant Pot: Turn on the sauté function and heat olive oil. Add onions, carrots, and celery, sautéing until softened (about 5 minutes).
  • Add the minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper, stirring briefly.
  • Place the chicken on top of the vegetables, then pour in the halal chicken broth.
  • Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Allow for natural release for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  • Remove the chicken, shred it, and return to the pot. Add frozen peas and stir to combine. Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Serve hot with egg noodles or rice if desired.

Notes

You can use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken soup